UPDATE: Fetus of pregnant woman killed in Desert Hot Springs crash

UPDATE 2/15/26 9:40 p.m.

California Highway Patrol is now identifying the person killed in the crash, as a fetus of a pregnant female involved in the accident.

Officials say the pregnant woman was transported to the hospital where the fetus was pronounced dead.

The cause of death is still being investigated and officials say it is unconfirmed if it was due to the crash.

This is a developing story. Stick with News Channel 3 for the latest.

Update 2/15/26 7:48 p.m.

The California Highway Patrol is now reporting the crash as a fatality.

Original Report:

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) - Two people were hospitalized in serious condition following a head-on collision Sunday evening at the intersection of North Indian Canyon Drive and Pierson Boulevard.

The crash occurred around 4:56 p.m. when a white Honda and a gray Lexus collided.

Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene, and all lanes were reopened by 6:18 p.m.

Authorities say drugs and alcohol are not suspected to be factors in the crash.

Officials continue to investigate the cause of the collision, stay with News Channel 3 for further developments.